Mirror ceilings: interior features

Mirror ceilings harmoniously fitting into any style of interior have recently become quite widespread, as they are performed not only from pieces of a traditional mirror, but also from aluminum, polystyrene, PVC film and other materials. Often, the decoration and decoration of the ceiling is made by combining mirrored ceilings with other finishing materials( for example, with plasterboard), resulting in very interesting compositions.

Advantages and disadvantages of the mirrorx ceilings

The effectiveness and decorativeness of mirrored ceilings are far from the main factors of manifestation of such interest to them when decorating premises, because the manufacture of mirror ceilings from various materials determines their features and disadvantages, allowing you to choose a ceiling relative to the conditions of its operation and available funds. However, the advantages of all varieties of mirror ceilings are as follows:

• excellent wear resistance;
• resistance to sunlight;
• resistance to the appearance of mold, fungus;
• quick installation;
• unpretentiousness and ease of care;
• possibility of replacing the damaged element without dismantling the structure;
• durability.

In this case, the inherent, from the advantages of mirrored ceilings, some are disadvantages such as:

• ability to attract dust;
• excellent visibility even of small contaminants;
• when using the suspension method of fastening, panels or tiles are located either diagonally or directly.

The shortcomings of the general plan seem rather insignificant against all the advantages. However, each kind of mirror ceiling complements the list of common advantages or disadvantages, largely determining the operating conditions and the place of application of a mirror ceiling.

Types of mirror ceilings, their features

At the moment, there are several varieties of mirror ceilings that have certain features of installation, care, placement.

One-piece mirror canvas

The whole canvas on the ceiling looks not only very impressive, stylish, attractive, but also gives the surrounding interior unsurpassed luxury. However, the installation and subsequent operation of such a ceiling causes a lot of difficulties associated with the following features:

• the fragility of the material requires special skills and a certain skill of the workers in the installation;
• it is rather inconvenient to make, unfold and lift to the ceiling a whole canvas, especially large ones;
• the severity of the whole canvas, even with careful installation, will eventually affect the fastening, causing the danger of crashing to the floor.

In addition, the use of a single leaf, with respect to other types of mirror ceilings, is economically irrational due to the rather high cost.

Mirror tile

Mirror tile appears as a result of dividing a single mirror cloth into separate segments of a square, diamond-shaped, hexagonal shape. Similar partitioning of the mirror into certain segments achieves the effect of an extraordinary, "cut" image, due to which the geometry of the whole room changes.

The variety of shapes, shades and sizes of tiles opens up wide opportunities for flight of design ideas. In this case, the outside of the mirror tiles, in addition to various shades, is:

• glossy;

• matte;

• tinted;

• with a pattern of any complexity;

• with facet, decorative bevelled edges. The light stream, refracting from the edge, illuminates the room with iridescent hues.

Features of mirror tiles:

• Installation and transportation of tiles require extreme care, as the surface is easily scratched.
• Poor ventilation of the room will eventually cause a darkening of the mirror surface.

Mirror railing ceilings

Roof ceilings are aluminum, less often steel panels, coated with reflective coating, so the reflection is somewhat distorted. In relation to mirror tiles, the rack panels have a low weight and quite high strength, which greatly facilitates installation. However, before buying and installing a lath ceiling, the following features should be considered:

1. The thickness of high-quality panels should be at least 0.5 cm, since too thin racks are susceptible to deformation during operation, and when mounted on them, small dents easily remain.
2. The installation is carried out using a suspension system, therefore, when replacing a damaged component, there is no need to dismantle the whole structure.
3. Decorating the ceiling with mirror rails is a rather laborious process. In addition, the condensate appears on the ceiling in the form of spots, which requires constant care.

Mirror plastic panels

Mirror plastic panels are made of polystyrene, on top of which a reflective film is applied. Surface panels have good impact resistance and can be smooth or ribbed. Fastening polystyrene mirror panels to the ceiling is carried out by means of an adhesive layer, although in its absence PVA is used. However, these boards also have their own distinctive features:

1. Polystyrene plates that do not have a moisture-proof coating can not be used for finishing the ceiling in the kitchen, bathroom, so it is worthwhile to ask about the availability of the necessary coating in the store.
2. Before gluing the panels sold in rolls, it is necessary to straighten the cloth under the load and to stand within a day in a warm room.
3. It is necessary to have a flat surface, although the flexibility of the material will help conceal minor defects in the ceiling.
4. Powerful lamps can easily melt the ceiling, so pay attention to the manufacturer's information on the safe power of lamps for such a ceiling.

In general, mirror polystyrene plates, even treated with a moisture-proof compound, are not recommended for ceiling lining in the bathroom. Condensate vapor settles on the ceiling, requires constant care of the panels, and as a result of permanent rubbing of the surface on the film there are scratches that will soon spoil the original appearance of the mirror ceiling.

Stretch ceilings

The stretch fabric - from previous types differs blurred reflecting outlines of the interior, as a PVC film with a glossy surface is used, due to which the reflecting effect takes place. However, the mirror stretch ceiling, the photo of which is presented below, is almost inferior to mirror reflection, while the cost of the stretch ceiling is cheaper than other varieties of mirror ceilings.

In addition, when using stretch ceilings, there is no need for leveling the surface, and in a damp room such a ceiling interferes with the collection of condensate, greatly facilitating the care.

Mounting methods for mirror ceiling

Mounting of tiles to the base is done using:

1. Special glue designed for mirrors. Bonding a tile to a base that has even minor protrusions will result in poor material adhesion and broken reflection, spoiling the entire aesthetics. For this reason, all paint, plaster and other contaminants must be carefully removed from the ceiling. To obtain a perfectly flat surface, it is desirable to cover the ceiling with moisture-resistant plasterboard or plywood and then proceed to the direct fixing of the tile.
2. Self-tapping screws. There are panels with finished holes and without them. In some models of ceiling mirror tiles are provided cuts on the edges, quickening installation. When superimposed next tiles on each other, a screw is screwed into the base. Thus, two tiles are attached at the same time.
3. Adhesive and self-tapping screws. First, the tile is glued to the ceiling, and then fixed with screws, forming a more reliable construction.
4. Modular suspension system of increased strength, which includes a frame, guides and decorative laths for concealing interlace seams. In such a frame, it's easy to hide electrical wiring, ventilation holes.

Despite the variety of methods of fixing the panels to the ceiling, the mirror false ceiling occupies a leading position, since it has undeniable advantages, excluding the shortcomings of other fastening methods.

Advantages of suspended mirror ceiling:

• there is no need to prepare the base;
• no dust;
• easy dismantling design;
• perfectly hides well-visible defects in the ceiling;
• easy replacement of damaged items;
• possibility to hide ventilation, wires;
• the possibility of building a multi-tiered structure.

However, fixing mirrored ceilings by means of screws, glue is still a widespread phenomenon.

The role of mirror ceilings in the interior

By decorating the mirrors of various interior items, the walls of the room no one can be amazed, but the mirror ceilings are quite, because the reflection of the totality of objects in the zone of such a ceiling, at different angles, looks quite different, giving some mysterysurrounding the interior. In addition, the mirrored ceilings:

• allow a visual increase in the space of the room;

• ideally mask the significant surface irregularities;

• are a source of additional lighting, since sunlight or light from luminaires is perfectly reflected from the mirror surface and evenly distributed throughout the room;

• will complement any interior, thanks to a wide range of color, size and shape of the elements produced;

• allows you to install recessed fixtures;

• thanks to waterproof coating, are widely used for finishing ceilings in rooms with a high level of humidity;

• allows you to choose the most appropriate option for the style and financial side of the issue, due to the variety of models, designs, and ways to fix the ceiling.

Options for the use of a mirror ceiling

Decorative mirror ceilings and a combination with different materials allow the construction of unique multi-tiered structures, striking indescribable beauty and sophistication.

In the bedroom

The place reserved for rest, sleep, should not be overloaded with a white ceiling, entirely consisting of mirror tiles with a clear reflection.

In this case, the insert of mirror tiles in gypsum cardboard construction looks pretty elegant and unobtrusive.

The most suitable option is the tension mirror ceiling of muted, calm shades.

Thanks to the multi-tier ceiling design with various inserts from the mirror tile and stretch fabric, the bedroom will acquire a festive, romantic atmosphere.

Quite an original view of the bedroom will betray the decor of the rack panels.

Thus, the mirror ceiling in the bedroom can significantly change the atmosphere of the environment.

In the living room

When choosing a mirror ceiling for the living room, you can completely stop at any option, giving yourself only to your own preferences.

Of course, the tension mirror ceilings are firmly established in the modern market and are used for the construction of any ceiling structures.

However, the mirror insert in the gypsum board structure looks no less attractive.

Mirrored ceilings are easily combined with many materials, so do not hold back fantasy. Moreover, the mirror ceilings, photos of which are present in the article, may serve as a motivation for creating their own unique combination of different materials.

In the kitchen

The most lively place in the apartment is the kitchen. In the process of cooking steam, greasy splashes are an obstacle to the spreading in the form of a ceiling, so it is better not to use mirror tiles and racking panels for ceiling decor in the kitchen, as the stains are clearly visible on such materials and require constant care.

In this case, the blurring of reflection in stretch ceilings for the kitchen will, on the contrary, be the ideal solution.

Therefore, before choosing a mirror ceiling, you should initially think about the subsequent care for this or that type of ceiling.

In the bathroom

Because of the high cost, the mirror ceiling in the bathroom was the most widely used. A large role in this is played by a small area and relative to cash, and the subsequent care of the ceiling.

The bathroom looks great ceiling:

• of mirror tiles;

• from aluminum rails;

• made of PVC film;

• from a multi-tier construction.

Thus, the reflective property of mirror ceilings allows you to create miracles, visually turning a small room into a large one, while maximally filling it with natural or artificial light. The main thing is to choose the right mirror material taking into account all its features.